You Know
Flume & Allan Kingdom & Raekwon Lyrics
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The world spin opposite of the way you spin
Sometimes you just gotta create your own
A world
I been on a mission, man
I been on a mission lately
Some sticky situations I just grinder down to make it
Still don't know what it is to break free, no, no
Now I live my vision plan, no need to hallucinate
These niggas be slipping, man, I think they gon' make me angry
If they would've listened I could'a kept my cool today
Evil got me tripping, man, I don't think that you can say, no, no
You're in my position, man, you just couldn't hit the brakes
I can't believe it
Word on the street's one of my soldiers talking to them alphabet boys
My first reaction is to find out who, where and why
Put the word out and bring 'em to me now, but keep 'em alive
Put some bread on his head and make sure he'll rot
Cause this is something I ain't tolerating
Plus I'm getting impatient
I'm fainting o' breaking for real, but I'm salivating
My phone rung it's at the seven o'clock sharp
They said they had 'em in one o' my warehouses by the dock
Jumped in the Benz with a ill look, no grin
With a still hook, I'ma 'bout to do this coward in
When I got there DD was already tied up
Pillow case on his head and the blood stains dried up
The moment I been waiting for is finally here
I get to see who done betrayed me
Snatched the pillow case off his wig and sold him in
Now it's time to face me
Who I see, my little niece boyfriend I seen
He begging me not to kill him
I told 'em I gotta
As I poured the gasoline, I thought about my little niece
I know she love him, but he a snail
He tryna push love in jail
Take me from my wife and kids
Why should I spare this maggot life and limb
Man, it is what it is
He chose to play this game
I lit the match and watched his friend go up in flames
Get emotion
We in motion
Make commotion
I can feel
How we roll on
Keep it going
Let it go out
Take the wheel
So open your eyes
I'm amazed, I know
So open your eyes
To the things I know
We rode it for life
Put the game on me
If we don't get it right
Put the blame on me
Guess again
Thought that you could pull the word over a veteran
I would pull the trigger but I'm thinking that it's better I, better I
Burn you like a cinder, let me share the light, share the light
(Yeah)
Gasoline
Pour it in my tank
Now it's absorbing in your skin
Man, this fool is dimmer and I wish she had a better mind, better mind
Where you talking now you were regretting mind, get it right
I been cutting loose ends
Why your lips so loose talking
I could fuck with new friends too
Gotta get it with my new
I could be a nuisance
But not if you use caution
Been committing new sins
It's time to write some look for my bitch
The lyrics to "You Know" by Flume, Allan Kingdom, and Raekwon convey themes of resilience, determination, betrayal, and retribution. The song begins with a reflection on feeling out of sync with the world and the necessity of creating one's own world to navigate through life's challenges. This sets the tone for the following verses that delve into personal struggles and the need to stay true to one's vision despite obstacles.
The first verse speaks to the artist's journey, detailing the trials and sticky situations faced along the way. Despite not having experienced prison, there is a sense of being held back and undermined by outside forces. The lyrics touch on the frustrations of dealing with people who don't listen and the internal struggle to maintain composure in the face of provocations. It emphasizes the importance of staying focused on one's goals and not allowing distractions or negativity to derail progress.
The second verse shifts the narrative to a darker tone, as Raekwon's character discovers betrayal within his ranks. The lyrics depict a visceral reaction to the betrayal, highlighting the visceral response of wanting retribution and justice. The imagery of violence and revenge underscores the consequences of betrayal and the ruthless nature of seeking vengeance in the face of disloyalty. There is a sense of conflict between familial ties and the need to uphold a code of loyalty, ultimately leading to a moment of reckoning and harsh judgment.
The chorus brings back a sense of emotional intensity and urgency, with the repetition of the phrase "Get emotion, we in motion" conveying a sense of determination and drive to confront challenges head-on. The lyrics encourage perseverance and assertiveness in the face of adversity, emphasizing the need to take control of one's destiny and not shy away from difficult decisions. The themes of accountability and responsibility come to the forefront, with a willingness to bear the weight of one's actions and take charge of the outcome.
In the final verse, there is a play on words and a sense of wordplay as the artists tackle themes of deception and regret. The lyrics explore the consequences of deceit and the desire to expose the truth, leading to a climactic moment of confrontation. The imagery of gasoline symbolizes a burning desire for justice and a metaphorical cleansing of past wrongs. The song concludes with a reflection on personal growth and embracing change, signaling a willingness to move forward despite past mistakes and setbacks. Overall, "You Know" weaves together storytelling, introspection, and emotional depth to create a multifaceted narrative of resilience and determination in the face of betrayal and adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes it feels like
Occasionally, it seems as if
The world spin opposite of the way you spin
The world turns in a different direction from you
Sometimes you just gotta create your own
At times, you have to make your own reality
A world
A new world
I been on a mission, man
I have been on a quest
I been on a mission lately
My mission has been ongoing
Some sticky situations I just grinder down to make it
I have overcome challenging situations through hard work
I've never been to prison, man
I have never been incarcerated
Still don't know what it is to break free, no, no
I have yet to experience true freedom
Now I live my vision plan, no need to hallucinate
I am now living the life I envisioned, no need for illusions
These niggas be slipping, man, I think they gon' make me angry
These individuals are making mistakes that may anger me
If they would've listened I could'a kept my cool today
If they had listened, I could have remained calm
Evil got me tripping, man, I don't think that you can say, no, no
Evil actions have me feeling unstable, you cannot deny that fact
You're in my position, man, you just couldn't hit the brakes
In my situation, you would struggle to control yourself
I can't believe it
I am in disbelief
Word on the street's one of my soldiers talking to them alphabet boys
There are rumors that one of my men is speaking to the authorities
My first reaction is to find out who, where and why
My initial response is to discover the identity and motive
Put the word out and bring 'em to me now, but keep 'em alive
Spread the message and deliver them to me unharmed
Put some bread on his head and make sure he'll rot
Offer a reward for his capture, ensure his punishment
Cause this is something I ain't tolerating
This is unacceptable to me
Plus I'm getting impatient
In addition, I am becoming impatient
I'm fainting o' breaking for real, but I'm salivating
I am on the brink of breaking down, but eagerly anticipating the outcome
My phone rung it's at the seven o'clock sharp
My phone rang precisely at seven o'clock
They said they had 'em in one o' my warehouses by the dock
They claimed to have him in one of my warehouses near the dock
Jumped in the Benz with a ill look, no grin
Got into the car with a serious expression, no smile
With a still hook, I'ma 'bout to do this coward in
With determination, I am going to deal with this coward
When I got there DD was already tied up
Upon arrival, DD was already bound
Pillow case on his head and the blood stains dried up
Head covered with a pillowcase and blood marks dried
The moment I been waiting for is finally here
The awaited moment has arrived
I get to see who done betrayed me
I will discover who has betrayed me
Snatched the pillow case off his wig and sold him in
Removed the head covering and confronted him
Now it's time to face me
Now is the moment to confront me
Who I see, my little niece boyfriend I seen
To my surprise, it was my niece's boyfriend
He begging me not to kill him
He pleaded with me to spare his life
I told 'em I gotta
I informed him it had to be done
As I poured the gasoline, I thought about my little niece
While pouring fuel, I thought of my young relative
I know she love him, but he a snail
I am aware she loves him, but he is a traitor
He tryna push love in jail
He attempted to impose affection in a harsh environment
Take me from my wife and kids
Endangering my family life
Why should I spare this maggot life and limb
Why should I preserve this deceitful individual
Man, it is what it is
This is the reality
He chose to play this game
He opted to participate in this deceitful scheme
I lit the match and watched his friend go up in flames
I ignited the fire and saw his betrayal lead to his downfall
Get emotion
Become emotional
We in motion
We are moving forward
Make commotion
Cause a stir
I can feel
I sense
How we roll on
How we continue
Keep it going
Maintain the momentum
Let it go out
Allow it to fade away
Take the wheel
Take control
So open your eyes
Awaken to the truth
I'm amazed, I know
I am astonished, I understand
To the things I know
To the information that I possess
We rode it for life
We endured through life
Put the game on me
Blame me for the situation
If we don't get it right
If we fail to succeed
Put the blame on me
Hold me accountable
Guess again
Think again
Thought that you could pull the word over a veteran
Believed you could deceive an experienced individual
I would pull the trigger but I'm thinking that it's better I, better I
I could choose violence, but I opt for a more strategic approach
Burn you like a cinder, let me share the light, share the light
Bring you to your downfall, let me enlighten you
Gasoline
Flammable liquid
Pour it in my tank
Fill my reservoir
Now it's absorbing in your skin
Now it is penetrating your being
Man, this fool is dimmer and I wish she had a better mind, better mind
This fool is foolish, I wish they were wiser
Where you talking now you were regretting mind, get it right
You were speaking confidently, now you realize your mistake
I been cutting loose ends
I have been severing ties
Why your lips so loose talking
Why do you speak so carelessly
I could fuck with new friends too
I could engage with other acquaintances as well
Gotta get it with my new
Must deal with my new circumstances
I could be a nuisance
I could become a bother
But not if you use caution
However, if you are cautious
Been committing new sins
Engaged in fresh transgressions
It's time to write some look for my bitch
It is time to provide some guidance for my partner
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Harley Edward Streten, Corey Woods, Allan Kyariga
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Mr. Bryan
Sometimes it feels like
The world spin opposite of the way you spin
Sometimes you just gotta create your own
A world
I been on a mission, man
I been on a mission lately
Some sticky situations I just grinder down to make it
I've never been to prison, man
Still don't know what it is to break free, no, no
Now I live my vision plan, no need to hallucinate
These niggas be slipping, man, I think they gon' make me angry
If they would've listened I could'a kept my cool today
Evil got me tripping, man, I don't think that you can say, no, no
You're in my position, man, you just couldn't hit the brakes
I can't believe it
Word on the street's one of my soldiers talking to them alphabet boys
My first reaction is to find out who, where and why
Put the word out and bring 'em to me now, but keep 'em alive
Put some bread on his head and make sure he'll rot
Cause this is something I ain't tolerating
Plus I'm getting impatient
I'm fainting o' breaking for real, but I'm salivating
My phone rung it's at the seven o'clock sharp
They said they had 'em in one o' my warehouses by the dock
Jumped in the Benz with a ill look, no grin
With a still hook, I'ma 'bout to do this coward in
When I got there DD was already tied up
Pillow case on his head and the blood stains dried up
The moment I been waiting for is finally here
I get to see who done betrayed me
Snatched the pillow case off his wig and sold him in
Now it's time to face me
Who I see, my little niece boyfriend I seen
He begging me not to kill him
I told 'em I gotta
As I poured the gasoline, I thought about my little niece
I know she love him, but he a snail
He tryna push love in jail
Take me from my wife and kids
Why should I spare this maggot life and limb
Man, it is what it is
He chose to play this game
I lit the match and watched his friend go up in flames
Get emotion
We in motion
Make commotion
I can feel
How we roll on
Keep it going
Let it go out
Take the wheel
So open your eyes
I'm amazed, I know
So open your eyes
To the things I know
We rode it for life
Put the game on me
If we don't get it right
Put the blame on me
Guess again
Thought that you could pull the word over a veteran
I would pull the trigger but I'm thinking that it's better I, better I
Burn you like a cinder, let me share the light, share the light
(Yeah)
Gasoline
Pour it in my tank
Now it's absorbing in your skin
Man, this fool is dimmer and I wish she had a better mind, better mind
Where you talking now you were regretting mind, get it right
I been cutting loose ends
Why your lips so loose talking
I could fuck with new friends too
Gotta get it with my new
I could be a nuisance
But not if you use caution
Been committing new sins
It's time to write some look for my bitch
Chris Miller
Yo this has the flow where you don't want the song to ever end. That's crazy.
Maiq.
Same
Blvmenkind
true dat
Ayrton Mclaughlin
I wanted it to end soon as it 0.20 .
What happened to the original version
vanMrMann
Then you don't know what flow is. THIS is flow: AllttA - Connery (20syl & Mr. J. Medeiros)
Luyanda S
+Ayrton Mclaughlin they're two different songs
You Again?
Finally some rap that reminds me of the early 2000s golden era of rap! Well done Flume.
x y z z y x
These lyrics. The guy actually told a story, I love it.
My ASS is HUUGE & thats an UNDERSTATEMENT
yes!!!
76
Surprised these 3 worked together so well.